Former Sunderland striker Kevin Phillips has jumped to the defense of the defender, condemning the actions of the fans who taunted him during the match.
The 48-year-old reiterates that Harry Maguire always gives his all whenever he steps up to represent England or Manchester United. As such, the defender doesn’t deserve the harsh treatment that has come his way in recent months, he argued.
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The former Sunderland forward went on to urge the supporters to desist from making such gestures going forward.
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Despite the boos from the fans, Maguire was undisturbed on the pitch during England’s clash with Ivory Coast, playing the full 90 minutes of the encounter. The centre-back had a decent outing alongside Tyrone Mings at the heart of the defense, with the Three Lions coming out with a flawless 3-0 victory.
Harry Maguire’s numbers for Manchester United so far this season
Despite his poor form in recent weeks, Harry Maguire has surprisingly maintained his position at club and country. He’s been one of the regulars in Manchester United’s squad so far this season, making 32 appearances across all competitions.
The Englishman currently appears to be short of confidence on the pitch, which often leads him into making some wrong decisions. With more opportunities coming his way, it remains to be seen if he’ll end up justifying his manager’s faith.
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